Why pest control is a must for the food industry?
Hey there! The food industry is such a dynamic part of our global economy. From a smoke-filled local café to a dine-in restaurant with branches, all food places have a common dilemma to battle: Keeping unwanted guests away.
As we all know, reputation is everything, and nothing ruins a reputation like pests! Imagine a customer gazing at their meal only to catch sight of an intruder in the dining area or a pest crawling around in their meal and that can raise some pretty serious cleanliness and safety issues.
With social media these days, word gets out quickly! You don’t want to be in the public eye for the wrong reasons. Bats, rats, ants — oh my! As far as dining out is concerned, one of the most reliable ways to spoil a restaurant’s good name rests with common critters. And did you know these little guys can carry disease that could come in contact with your beloved customers?
But wait, there’s more! Beetles, birds, and moths also create a commotion. Fighting a pest infestation can feel like a hard uphill battle. Understanding the behaviour of different pests is very important, as each pest has its own set of habits and preferences, thus pest management must be customized.
Let’s unpack this and take a closer look at some of these pests and how to control them together!
Rats
Rats are arguably the most notorious of the lot. Nobody wants to see a rat running around when they are at home or at a restaurant! You do not want a rat infestation. They multiply rapidly; blink and you could have a bigger issue. Their teeth take a long time to wear down, so they chew on everything, from food to plastic to even electrical wiring! Not to mention, a presence of rats can create immense food waste and very likely health hazards.
Mice
Often mistaken for their larger counterparts, mice actually have slightly different eating habits, and prefer grains such as wheat. They like to perch where food is placed and prepped, which means they are another pest to be on the watch for!
Cockroaches
Food and water cockroaches will be sure to crash the party! These pesky guys can get through small openings in your establishment, and they always carry bacteria that can infect both customers and employees. You absolutely want your restaurant’s reputation to be the proverbial squeaky wheel.
Flies
A complete fact, food attracts flies! When flies touch food, did you know that they vomit it up and regurgitate it? Gross, right? They like to hang out on dirty surfaces, and that poses a big hygiene problem.
Ants
Ants do not live alone; they live in swarms! They are attracted to many different types of food, and they can cause spoilage, leading to added costs as you replace infested products.
So if you are dealing with any pest problems in your food business, contact us now! We boast our experience keeping the food businesses of Perth pest free. Let us join forces to ensure your restaurant remains safe and welcoming for everyone.
Global Termite Treatment Glen Forrest offers all pest control services in Glen Forrest and surroundings. Feel free to contact us at (08) 6275 6525 or visit our website:
https://globaltermitetreatment.com.au/
